Having played in place of James Fair in cup games last season, it would seem that Patrick Smith is getting the chance to step out of his deputy role at the moment. With George Pinner taking over the England mantel, Fair would seemingly be stepping down and away from the level of dedication for training and match days to push for a position in the international set-up. So this would have potential knock on effects at club level and it seems management are pushing the future into the present, with Smith being given the chance to start games, rather than outplay him for the position, in the vein of incumbent starter role system as would come across as the most popular format in hockey. Haven't not been to any games in person and no footage around the net, I can't be certain, but going by game photography this seems to be the case.
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